Overview

Nisus Research, a department of McLaren Northern Michigan, is located in Petoskey, Michigan. Since 1984, Nisus Research has been conducting clinical trials for Phase II, Phase III and Phase IIIb/IV drug and device trials. The dedicated and experienced research staff works in collaboration with more than 200 multi-specialty physicians, affiliated with McLaren Northern Michigan.

Nisus Research allows access to new therapies and diagnostics as a unique compliment to the high level of care, offered to patients utilizing this regional referral center.

Nisus Research provides administrative and study coordinator support to physicians in the conduct of clinical trials. These trials interface well with the inpatient and outpatient medical care provided by our experienced physicians.

The name, “Nisus” means to “endeavor or strive”. It was chosen based on the department’s mission to support the good health of area residents, by providing them with a quality research program. To date, Nisus has conducted over 270 clinical trials with more than 2050 volunteer participants.

Dedicated clinical research coordinators and an administrative assistant

CLIA / CAP certified laboratory

Comfortable patient waiting areas and exam rooms

Daily Express courier pick-up

Remote data entry capabilities

High speed fax on dedicated line

Comprehensive telephone system with voicemail and physician direct service

High speed internet, with E-mail

On-site patient record accessibility

Nisus Research occupies a locked, limited access area with secured cabinets for storage of study drug. We are located 4 ½ hours northwest of Detroit, and are easily accessible by both the Pellston and Traverse City Airports.

Investigator

Nisus Research provides well versed physicians whose specialty areas of expertise and interest are extensive:

Harry T. Colfer, M.D. : 29 years Clinical Research Experience

Mark C. Antonishen, M.D. : 21 years Clinical Research Experience

H. Gunner Deery, II, M.D. : 17 years Clinical Research Experience

Irene Kazmers, M.D. : 10 years Clinical Research Experience

Andrew Teklinski, M.D. : 9 years Clinical Research Experience

Andris Kazmers, M.D. : 10 years Clinical Research Experience

Dalton Miranda, M.D. : 7 years Clinical Research Experience

Cardiovascular

Dermatology

Emergency

Endocrinology

General Vascular Surgery

Infectious Disease

Internal Medicine

Nephrology

Neurology

Obstetrics / Gynecology

Oncology/ Hematology

Ophthalmology

Othopaedics

Radiation Therapy

Plastic Surgery

Pulmonary Medicine

Rheumatology

Urology

Staff

The Nisus Research staff is experienced in a variety of areas offering more than 25 years of nursing experience. The research study coordinators are Certified Clinical Research Coordinators (CCRC) through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals.

The Nisus Research staff includes:

Denise Antonishen, RN, BSN, CCRC
Research Study Coordinator

Colleen M. Shaw, RN, BSN, CCRC
Research Study Coordinator

Barbara E. Stone, RN, MSN, CCRC
Research Study Coordinator

Peggy Ward, RN, CCRC
Research Study Coordinator

Suzanne VanAlstyne
Department Coordinator

Lisa Rogers
Department Coordinator

Patients

Nisus Research recruits study participants from a population of more than 350,000 residents, from Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula, encompassing 24 counties.

Contact Center

If you are interested in contacting this center to discuss clinical trials, please complete and send the email form below. A representative from the research center will then follow up with you.